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AE51 VZN

2001 Volkswagen Passat

Grey Petrol 1984cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

129,805 mi
Last recorded129,805 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Passat112,604 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 VZN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelPassat
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,984cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2018 129,805 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 126,286 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 120,611 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 114,662 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 108,829 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 95,635 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Aug 2012 91,225 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 85,630 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs lipped and corroded on inner edge

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 15 Aug 2011 85,630 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front brake discs lipped and corroded on inner edge

n/s/r tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Aug 2010 79,474 miles

front discs sl. wear / corosion inner face

Pass 23 Jul 2009 76,306 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 69,258 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2007 62,913 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2007 62,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 54,814 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Passat?

Based on 6,960,690 MOT tests across 591,281 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
8,659
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
591,281
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 256,176
constant velocity joint gaiter split 196,521
constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc 92,195
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 90,839
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 89,758
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AE51 VZN is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat in Grey with a 1,984cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Passat models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 112,604 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Passat fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 256,176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 VZN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Passat typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Passat is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE51 VZN registered?

AE51 VZN is a 2001 Volkswagen Passat, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is AE51 VZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 VZN shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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